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Unit of study_

CHNG5604: Advanced Membrane Engineering

Semester 2, 2022 [Normal day] - Remote

Overview

This is a practical unit of study where students apply the theoretical concepts of membrane science to engineering practice via a series of laboratory experiments. The students will gain practical insights into mass transport processes through various membranes. Students will understand the construction and functional properties of synthetic separation membranes and also will explore experimentally the various factors affecting the performance of membranes.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	CHNG5604
Academic unit	Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	The physics and electrochemistry of synthetic and cellular membranes. Knowledge of membrane manufacture, membrane separation processes and membrane characterisation and monitoring. Assumed knowledge is equivalent to CHNG5601
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	David Wang, david.wang1@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	David Wang, david.wang1@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Assignment	Pre-Lab Quiz Pre-Laboratory Quizzes	20%	Multiple weeks	13 weeks
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Lab report 1 1. Membrane manufacturing and flux/pore size characterization	25%	Week 07 Due date: 16 Sep 2022 at 23:59	20 pages
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Lab report 2 2. Microplastic membrane separation and chemico-physical characterizations	25%	Week 12 Due date: 28 Oct 2022 at 23:59	20 pages
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Lab result presentation Group presentation of lab findings and summary	20%	Week 13 Due date: 01 Nov 2022 at 14:00	20 minutes
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Lecture Quizzes Weekly Lecture Quizzes	10%	Weekly	13 weeks
Outcomes assessed:
= hurdle task ? = group assignment with individually assessed component ?

Assessment summary

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100
Distinction	75 - 84
Credit	65 - 74
Pass	50 - 64
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Membrane introduction and course overview	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 01	Set up group, communication and data management	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 02	Membrane science and applications	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 02	Building and Laboratory Safety Inductions	Tutorial (3 hr)
Week 03	Application of membranes for molecular separation (MF/UF)	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 03	Laboratory Module 1	Science laboratory (3 hr)
Week 04	Application of membranes for dialysis, electrodialysis and protein purification	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 04	Laboratory Module 1	Science laboratory (3 hr)
Week 05	Application of membranes for biological reactor (MBR)	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 06	Application of membranes for desalination (RO/NF)	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 06	Laboratory Module 2	Science laboratory (3 hr)
Week 07	Application of membranes for desalination (FO/PRO)	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 07	Laboratory Module 2	Science laboratory (2 hr)
Week 08	Next generation of membranes for water treatment and recovery	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 08	Laboratory Module 3	Science laboratory (3 hr)
Week 09	Biofouling in RO membranes: an in-situ monitoring analysis	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 09	Laboratory Module 3	Science laboratory (3 hr)
Week 10	Gas separation membranes I	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 10	Laboratory Module 4	Science laboratory (3 hr)
Week 11	Gas separation membranes II	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 11	Laboratory Module 4	Science laboratory (3 hr)
Week 12	Application of membranes for energy generation and storage (fuel cell/supercapacitor)	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 12	Presentation Briefing	Tutorial (6 hr)
Week 13	Revision	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 13	Laboratory Report Presentation	Presentation (3 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Laboratory attendance (in-person/online) is compulsory.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All readings for this unit can be accessed through the Library eReserve, available on Canvas.

Baker, Richard W. Membrane Technology and Applications. 3rd ed. Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell, 2012.
Leos, J. Zeman, and Andrew L Zydney. Microfiltration and Ultrafiltration: Principles and Applications. 1st ed. New York: CRC Press, 1996.
H.G. L. Coster and T. C. Chilcott, Fundamentals of Membrane Science
R. K. Hobbie, Intermediate Physics for Medicine and Biology. John Wiley,
W. Ho and K. K. Sirkar, Membrane Handbook Part VIII Microfiltration. Chapman Hall,
B. Nölting, Methods in Modern Biophysics. Springer

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. apply concepts learned in the theoretical courses to practical problems
LO2. assess and correct problems encountered in membrane based processes
LO3. develop membrane-based devices for water purification or waste water management
LO4. demonstrate an enhanced appreciation of the science and technology of membranes.
LO5. develop group, communication and data management skills
LO6. develop presentation skills using PowerPoint

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

The course has been redesigned based on the contemporary challenges of membrane applications and laboratory needs of hybrid teaching.

Additional information

Work, health and safety

In-person laboratory attendance requires to have building safety and laboratory safety inductions and trainings prior starting lab modules.

Disclaimer

The University reserves the right to amend units of study or no longer offer certain units, including where there are low enrolment numbers.

To help you understand common terms that we use at the University, we offer an online glossary.

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Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Work, health and safety

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